Beginning in September, day length is noticeably shorter and some people begin to feel their moods declining as well. It’s very real. Here’s what you can do to combat feeling SAD.
- Get more light. Outdoor daylight if possible, but in northern climates, you might need a strong indoor light (e.g., 10,000 lumens).
- Take your vitamin D. There’s evidence it may help your mood as well as your immune system and bones.
- It’s one of the best known mood elevators.